Confectionery Workshops

Macarons are a delightful French meringue-based confection made from eggs, sugar, and almonds, with a sweet filling, typically baked in a variety of flavours and colours. Learn to make this beautiful treat as the instructor demonstrates the preparation and piping of the batter, as well as the preparation of three delicious fillings: truffle, white chocolate, and lemon. You pipe and fill a selection of macarons which you can take home to enjoy! Recipes are provided.

Suitable for those with limited baking experience and for teenagers. Limited to 11 - 14 participants. Taught by Sandra Christmah.

Duration: 3 hours

Registration: $85.00

Level: Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Materials: please bring a container in which to take home a selection of macarons

Learn the basics of tempering pure chocolate using a double boiler and creating beautiful moulded chocolate bonbons. You'll also learn how to paint with coloured cocoa butter as well as make delicious fillings for your bonbons. The care and use of a variety of moulds -- from silicone to polycarbonate -- will be taught. After each class you take home a variety of beautifully crafted chocolates. In the first class, the instructor will demonstrate the chocolate-making process from beginning to the end; in the second class, you will craft your own chocolates with the help and guidance of the instructor.

Suitable for those with limited baking experience and for teenagers. Limited to 7 participants. Taught by Lucas Germanese.